CUYAMACA COLLEGE
FORD ASSET PROGRAM
COURSE SYLLABUS
AT-191 Section 8335 SPRING 2016
Suspension and Steering, Brakes and Advanced Brakes, NAV
Instructor:
Office:
Phone:
Email:
Brad McCombs
K118
(619) 660-4267
[email protected]
Office Hours: I am also available for web conferences using CCC Confer Teach and Confer. This allows
you to use your computer or device from home and go over web based training course questions, or
resolve other challenges you may be having. Students use this resource to attend meetings every
Wednesday night. You must create a user ID login prior to making an appointment. Please call in using
your cell phone or home phone, because your computer microphone may cause distortion. We will
share information by looking at computer screens and talking by phone.
Monday Office and Online
Tuesday Office and Online
Wednesday Online Only
Thursday Office and Online
Friday Office and Online
CCC Confer Web Based Office Hours
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by appointment
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by appointment
08:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. by CCC Teach and Confer
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by appointment
10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. by appointment
7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Every day by Appt. Except
Wednesdays. I am also available on weekends.
Figure 1 CCC Confer login page
Prerequisites:
A successful application and enrollment to the Cuyamaca College Ford ASSET Program, and sponsorship
by a Ford Dealership in order to complete the work experience requirements is required. The dealership
will require a clean driving record. If you are not sure about your driving record please contact the
California Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) and request a driving record report. The dealership will
also require drug testing. Please also refer to Cuyamaca College Student Code of Conduct.
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You must arrange cooperative work experience with a Ford Dealership.
Safety Glasses
Basic Hand Tools
Dress Code is business professional (A Ford Uniform, or Accepted Ford Name Tag). Exposed
tattoos are not allowed. No short pants. Shirts must have a collar. Shirts must be tucked in, and
pants worn with a belt, unless the Ford uniform is designed to have the shirt untucked.
Course Description:
The Ford ASSET 191 course includes a detailed study of modern automotive braking systems and service
procedures. We will study basic brakes, advanced brakes, which include Anti-Lock braking systems, and
traction control systems. The laboratories will cover drum and disc brake systems inspection,
adjustment and repair procedures, brake hydraulic service procedures, and Ford electronic systems
procedures that are necessary for modern brake repair.
This course also demonstrates four wheel alignment principles as applied to checking and correcting
alignment settings. We will use state of the art alignment equipment, and tire replacement and
balancing equipment. Students will demonstrate ability to repair and replace suspension components,
and describe various suspension designs including electronic suspension systems. This course
emphasizes practical experience on Ford laboratory automobiles. ASSET 191 will prepare students for
ASE Certification in the described content areas. This course is complemented by required work
experience in a Ford dealership.
Course Objectives Student Learning Outcomes:
Students will be able to:
1. Demonstrate standardized safety and hazardous waste handling practices.
2. Apply brake system theory principles in order to diagnose brake system and related problems.
3. Perform various brake repairs to prescribed industry standards.
4. Perform electronic diagnosis and repair of computer-controlled braking systems to industry
standards.
5. Relate four wheel alignment and tire balancing theory to practical application.
6. Perform suspension and steering system repairs, alignments and tire balancing to prescribed
industry standards.
7. Perform electronic diagnosis and repair of computer-controlled steering and suspension
systems.
8. Utilize manufacturer’s repair information and technical service bulletins for accurate diagnosis
and repair.
Textbooks:
Various Ford Motor Co. texts will be used. You will be required to purchase the Ford Manuals, which will
also be included in Blackboard as a Pdf. File. Students may also print the Student Workbook from their
student Blackboard account and print the book using their own paper and printer. There are three books
that cost approximately $5 each.
Halderman Automotive Technology, Principles, Diagnosis, and Service
ISBN 978-0-13-399461-2
This book can be purchased in the College Bookstore or you may find it online. This is the only textbook
we will use in our program for the next two years. Supplemental reading assignments and tests will be
given from this textbook.
Evaluation:
A uniform grading system will be applied to all students in this class. Students must pass the Final
performance test and written test with a score of 80% or higher in order to receive Ford Certification.
Students who receive a score between 70% and 80% will receive college credit.
Notebook:
Students are required to take notes during lectures and labs. The notebook will be part of student
class participation grading.
Class Participation and Notebook
Homework Quizzes
Laboratory Assignments
Midterm and Final Exam
25%
25%
25%
25%
A Plus/Minus grading system will be used for final grades. Example:
70-73% = C 74-76% = C 77-79% = C+ College credit towards Associate of Science Degree, No
Ford Certification:
0%-69% No College Credit, No Ford Certification
80%-100% College Credit and Ford Certification
Note: Students who become certified in a content area are able to perform that warranty service at a
Ford Dealer while they are still in training during their cooperative work experience.
Class Participation and Group Assignments:
Students who participate in class discussions will do better. An attendance point system will be
developed by the instructor and posted daily on your student Blackboard account. Students who come
to class on time and finish the total classroom lab hours will receive a total of 10 points per day.
Students who are late or leave early without permission will have points deducted. Students will
volunteer and be elected by their student peers, instructor, and be assigned to serve as group leaders.
Class Participation Rubric:
BELOW AVERAGE
Student misses class
or leaves class early
or shows up to class
late.
(0 Points)
AVERAGE
Student comes to
class late or leaves
class early, but asks
permission or
provides an excuse
(5-7 Points)
Student does not
participate in
assigned tasks.
Student Participates
in assigned tasks but
does no take an
active role or
leadership role. The
student tends to
watch others work.
(5-7 Points)
Student Does not
violate safety rules
but needs to be asked
what he or she is
doing? Student does
not clean work area
or needs to be told to
clean up. Student
does not wear
uniform
(0 Points)
Student Violates
Safety Rules.
(0 Points)
(5-7 Points)
ABOVE AVERAGE
Student is always on
time. Student only
leaves class with
permission after
completing
assignments.
(8-10 Points)
Student takes a
leadership role in all
assigned tasks.
Student is willing to
help others.
Points Possible
All students start with
10 possible points
each day. The points
are documented in
the grade center at
the beginning of class.
Points are finalized at
the end of class. At
the end of class
points will either
remain at 10 or be
lowered.
(8-10 Points)
Student is safe and
encourages others to
be safe. Student
cleans the shop area
and encourages
others to clean up.
Student wears
uniform.
(8-10 Points)
There are 10 points
possible per class
session for this
grading rubric under
class participation,
and will account for
25% of the total grade
points.
Lab Assignments:
Each individual or group lab assignment will be posted on Blackboard for the weeks assignments. The
lab may have a due date and a unique name so students may identify the lab assignment in the grade
center.
Midterm and Final Exam:
There will be a midterm and final exam. The midterm will consist of a written exam. The final will
consist of a written exam and a “hands on” exam. The hands on exam will allow the student and
instructor to spend a scheduled time examining the student’s ability to apply the laboratory assignments
learned throughout the semester. Students who fail the objective written tests, or hands on tests will
have a second chance to take the test. The student will not be given the same written test or hands on
test.
Class Policies:
Please identify yourself by first and last name, and the course you are taking, for all communications.
(For example: Brad McCombs AT196). Your name should be included in all communication.
Please use proper English when communicating. Courtesy and patience are mandatory when “replying”
to other student “posts”. Do not use abbreviations. (“btw” is spelled by the way.)
Communication technical requirements: You must have access to a computer and a high-speed
Internet connection. It is preferred the computer you use have a microphone and camera for recording
“chat messages” in discussion boards. You may use campus resources for a personal computer if you do
not have your own.
Email:
My preferred method of contact is by email through your Blackboard student email account. I will
answer all emails within 24 hours. If you do not receive a reply from me within 24 hours, please
assume I did not receive your email and resend it.
Please include a topic heading for all emails.
[email protected]
Telephone:
My telephone number is (619)-660-4267. I will return phone calls during business hours or answer
immediately. If for some reason I don’t answer my phone, leave a detailed message on my voicemail
and I will call you back the same business day. My mobile phone should be used for emergencies or
issues you feel need my immediate attention (619) 701-1226. You may send me a text message.
Drop Policies:
Students may be dropped from this course if more than 4 classes or Laboratory Assignments are missed
without an excused absence. Student’s course grade may be dropped 1 grade letter if more than 4
classes are missed.
Late Work:
If you do not complete an assignment within the week allowed for that assignment, you may appeal,
and your maximum score will be adjusted to 70% regardless of your actual score. This policy only applies
to emergency appeals for access to content.
Students with Special Needs or Requiring Additional Help:
You Tube Resources for Students
Please contact me directly if you are having trouble or require additional assistance or resources. We
are here to help you succeed. There are also additional services at the following web link:
Disabled Students Programs and Services
We will be using a computer based learning system called Blackboard. Students requiring extra help
with Blackboard can use the following resource: Cuyamaca College Computer Lab
Homework and Quizzes:
It is important students read the textbook chapters assigned for the classroom “Weeks” assignments
before attending class. There will also be video assignments and other supplemental material found on
your student Blackboard account. You be allowed to take formative quizzes as many times as necessary
to attain the highest possible score during the time allotted for that quiz. Once a quiz is closed students
will no longer have access to that quiz. Classroom written quizzes will be based on the reading
assignments and the content posted on Blackboard.
Figure 2 Ford secure login warnings
Electronic Use Policies:
My Video Reflections of Acceptable Use
We must recognize the differences and expectations of using electronic information for online learning.
Technology has made information more accessible increasing the need of acceptable use policies, which
are facilitated through Federal, State, and local laws and GCCCD college district.
Federal and State laws offer protections for copyright holders to make copies or facilitate the copying of
the work they have created. Fair use provides for limited use of copyright material. These limitations
are found in sections of copyright law.
The purpose and character of the use, including whether such use is of commercial nature or is for
nonprofit educational purposes
The nature of the copyrighted work
The amount and substantiality of the portion used in relation to the copyrighted work as a whole
The effect of the use upon the potential market for, or value of, the copyrighted work (1)
The law protects the creativity and innovations of copyright holders by limiting the unauthorized use of
their work. This promotes creativity by awarding protections for intellectual property development,
which benefits society by stimulating innovative ideas and artwork.
Cuyamaca College Student Conduct and Discipline Procedures
It is important to maintain a collegial conduct on campus, and this conduct extends to the online
classroom. Privacy cannot be guaranteed when using campus computer systems or linking to Internet
through campus resources. Treat all communication with values portraying higher learning.
The following quote was copied from the Cuyamaca College website:
“Your instructors are eager to help you succeed in your studies at Cuyamaca College. But success
means more than just receiving a passing grade in a course. Success means that you have mastered
the course content so that you may use the knowledge in the future, either to be successful on a job or
to continue with your education” (Cuyamaca College Catalog, 2011-2012, p. 28). Therefore, dishonesty
will not be tolerated in this course. This includes, but is not limited to, cheating, plagiarizing,
facilitating acts of academic dishonesty by others, having unauthorized possession of examinations,
submitting work of another person or work previously used without informing the instructor, or
tampering with the academic work of other students. Students who are found to be dishonest will
receive academic sanctions, such as an “F” grade on the assignment or exam and will also be reported
to the Associate Dean of Student Affairs for possible further disciplinary action. Sample 4 “Academic
honesty is required of all students. Plagiarism--to take and pass off as one’s own work the work or
ideas of another--is a form of academic dishonesty. Penalties may be assigned for any form of
academic dishonesty”(Cuyamaca College Catalog, 2011-2012, p. 28). Sanctions for breaches in
academic integrity may include receiving a grade of an “F” on a test or assignment. In addition, the
Associate Dean of Student Affairs may impose further administrative actions.”
Blackboard Tools offers Safe Assignment, which is an electronic plagiarism checker.
GCCCD Social Media Guidelines:
Although online conversations on social media sites are often casual, they must remain professional and
respectful. Comments on the colleges’ official pages are monitored to ensure compliance with the social
networking guidelines. Inappropriate posts will be removed.
Content that will be deleted includes:
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An advertisement for a commercial business
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Libelous, slanderous or defamatory comments
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Vulgar, racist or sexist slurs
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Obscenities
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Comments pertaining to violence
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Incorrect information
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Information that violates student privacy under FERPA
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Comments that are not respectful
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Comments that are not relevant to the topic
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A commenter who is misrepresenting himself/herself
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A single person who is dominating the conversation
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We welcome photos, videos, and comments posted to the Cuyamaca College Facebook wall.
Please review the GCCCD Social Media Guidelines if you are unsure the content you want to post
is appropriate. We appreciate your cooperation.
Online Assignment, Ford Web Based Training, and Student Blackboard
Accounts:
Students will be expected to complete a series of online learning modules called, “Ford Web Based
Training” as homework. These modules are an excellent training resource, and require students to have
access to a personal computer, not a MAC, and a high speed internet connection using internet explorer.
Students will also use a learning management system called Blackboard. All classroom content including
the syllabus and weekly assignments are found on Blackboard. We will also use “discussion boards” to
access your knowledge about subject matter and writing skills that will be found on the “Student Work
Bench” in the left column block on your student Blackboard account. This class requires students to use
online learning tools. Below are links to assess student readiness to use distance learning tools:
Is online learning right for me?
Support for online learning.
Cuyamaca College Computer Lab
E-Learning Modules:
Online Web-Based Training Classes: The following online classes must be completed to be certified to
perform steering, brakes, and suspension diagnosis and repairs at a Ford dealership, and be certified to
perform warranty service in these content areas at a Ford dealership. Each module takes one to three
hours to complete.
Course Title
Course Number
Due Date
Points
Vehicle Brake Systems
38S01W0
1/31/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Brake Service
Procedures
38S02W0
1/31/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Advanced Brake System
Theory and Operation
38S03W1
1/7/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Advanced Brake System
38S04W1
1/7/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Diagnosis
Suspension Systems
Theory and Operation
33S11W1
2/14/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Steering System Theory
and Operation
33S12W1
2/14/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Steering Suspension
and Alignment
33S13W0
2/21/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Steering and
Suspension Tools and
Testing
33S14W1
2/21/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Tire Pressure
Monitoring Systems
(TPMS)
33S16W0
2/28/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
Introduction to Noise
Vibration and
Harshness
30S05W0
2/28/16 at 11:59 p.m.
10
The table below contains a tentative classroom schedule of assignments. This schedule is
subject to change. Formative quizzes will be added that are not announced or contained in
this schedule. The learning modules highlighted in red are not due until the Sunday evening
after they are assigned. All other homework should be completed before the class lecture
and labs.
Date and lecture
topic:
1-26
38S07T1 Basic
Brakes Class
Begins.
Review Syllabus.
Form Groups.
Purchase Student
Guide.
Assignments Labs
5 Points Each
Home Work or
Deliverable,
Reading
Assignments
College Safety Test
Online 45 Points.
Due by 1/28
Cuyamaca College
Safety Handbook
Read Page 1-45 in
Student Guide
Basic Brakes
Tests and Quizzes
Learning Objective
Prerequisite
Review Quiz Brake
System Diagnosis
and Repair (25)
Points
(2)
1-27 Brake System
Diagnosis and
Repair Front Disc
Brakes Power
Point
L1W1 Disc Brake
Disassembly,
Inspection and
Reassembly
VEHICLE
1/28
Brake System
Diagnosis and
Repair Front Disc
Brakes Power
Point
1/29
Brake System
Diagnosis and
Repair Front Disc
Brakes Power
Point
L1W2 Excessive
Brake Pedal Effort
CMT
2/1 M
Brake System
Diagnosis and
Repair Front Disc
Brakes Power
Point
2/2
Brake System
Hydraulics
Review For
Midterm
Examination
2/3
Midterm
See Your Assigned
Station
38S01W0 Vehicle
Brake Systems
(3) (1)
38S02W0 Brake
Service
Procedures
College Safety Test
Online Due before
the beginning of
class (45) Points.
(2) (3) (8)
Read Chapter 92
in Text Book
L1W4 Identify
Brake System
Components and
Condition
BENCH
L2W1 Master
Cylinder Bench
Bleed
BENCH
38S03W1
Advanced Brake
System Theory
and Operation
L2W2 Vibration in
Vehicle While
Braking
BENCH CMT
38S04W1
Advanced Brake
System Diagnosis
L2W3 Low Brake
Pedal When First
Applied
VEHICLE
Read Chapters 93,
94, and 95 in Text
Book
L2W4 Drum Brake
Disassembly,
Inspection and
Reassembly
BENCH VEHICLE
(2) (3) (8) (5) (7)
(2) (3)
Study the Pre Test,
the labs, and the
Appendix of the
Student Guide
Midterm
Examination
Written Test (30)
Points
Hands On Exam
(2) (3) (8)
2/4
38S08T1 Advanced
Brakes Session
Begins
Power Point
L1W1 PID
Utilization for
ABS/Electronic
Stability Control
(ESC) Systems
VEHICLE
Read Pages 1-30 in
Advanced Brake
Student Guide
Disassemble and
and Reassemble a
Front Disc and
Rear Drum Brake
Assembly (30)
Points
Prerequisite
Review Quiz (27)
Points
3 4 7 8
Read Chapters
105-108 in the
Text Book
L1W2 ABS Traction
Control Op
BENCH
2/5
L1W3
Electronic Stability ABS Electronic
Control
Stability (ESC)
Component
Advance Trac, RSC, Location and
and ESC
Function
VEHICLE
3 4 7 8
L1W4
ABS and Advance
Trac with RSC
Electronic Stability
Control (ESC)
Operation
BENCH
2/8 M
ABS Traction
Control System
Diagnosis
L2W1
ABS and Stability
Control Light Stay
On
VEHICLE
L2W2
ABS Light On
BENCH CMT
2/9
L2W3
Red Brake
Warning Light
Stays On
33S11W1
Suspension
Systems Theory
and Operation
4 8
33S12W1
Steering System
Theory and
Operation
7 8
7
VEHICLE
L2W4
ABS and Advance
Trac Lights Stay On
BENCH CMT
2/10
Advanced Trac,
Acceleration
Sensors
L3W1
ABS and Stability
Control Lights Stay
On
VEHICLE
7 8
L3W2
ABS with
Advanced Trac
and Roll Stability
Control RSC Lights
Stay On
BENCH CMT
2/11
The Yellow Parking
Brake Stays On
L3W3
Yellow Parking
Light Stays On
VEHICLE
(4) (8) 7
L3W4
ABS and Advance
Trac Light Stays On
BENCH CMT
2/12
Midterm Exam
Read Student
Guide Advanced
Brake Pre-Test,
Labs, and
Appendix
Midterm
Examination
Written Test (30)
Points
3 7 8
Hands On Post
Test Diagnose an
ABS Related Code
Using a Pin Point
Test, IDS, DVOM,
and Flex Probes
2/15 M
Performance
Testing
33S13W0
Steering
Suspension and
Alignment
4 8 7
Performance
Testing
2/16
Washington’s BDay
33S14W1
Steering and
Suspension Tools
and Testing
Washington’s BDay
Washington’s BDay
2/17
Performance
Testing
2/18
33S15T0
Steering and
Suspension
Power Point on
Steering and
Suspension
2/19
Performance
Testing
L1W1 Tire
Pressure Monitor
System (TPMS)
Operation
VEHICLE
L1W2 Power
Steering Analyzer
CMT
Read Pages 1-33 in
Student Guide
Steering and
Suspension
Prerequisite
Review Test (36)
Points
5 6 7
Read Chapters
110, 118 in the
Text Book
L1W3 Ball Joint
Inspection
VEHICLE
5 6 7 8
L1W4 Suspension
Research
CMT
2/22 M
Power Point Air
Suspension
2/23
L2W1 Electronic
Power Assist
(EPAS) Diagnosis
VEHICLE
33S16W0
Tire Pressure
Monitoring
Systems (TPMS)
L2W2 Alignment
Concerns
CMT
30S05W0
Introduction to
Noise Vibration
and Harshness
L2W3 Air
Suspension
Diagnosis
VEHICLE
L2W4 Air
5 6
5 6 7
7
Suspension
Component
Testing
BENCH
2/24
Power Point on
(CCD)
2/25
L3W1
Continuously
Controlled
Damping (CCD)
Suspension
Diagnosis
VEHICLE
5 6 7
L3W2
Alignment
Concerns
CMT
L3W3 Air
Suspension
Diagnosis
VEHICLE
5 6 7 8
L3W4 Rear Air
Suspension
Diagnosis
WORK SHOP
MANUAL
2/26
Midterm Steering
and Suspension
Review the Pre
Test, Labs, and
Appendix
Midterm Exam
Written Test 30
Points.
Hands On Exam
Diagnose an
Electrical Problem
on Electronic
Suspension,
Steering, or TPMS.
2/29 M
Performance
Testing
3/1
Performance
Testing
Performance
Testing
Performance
Testing
5 6 7 8
3/2
30S06T0
Noise, Vibration,
and Harshness
(NVH) Class Begins
3/
Power Point NVH
3/4
3/7 M
3/8
Read Pages 1-24 in
the NVH Student
Guide
Prerequisite
Review (36) Points
Read Chapter 109
in the Text Book
L1W1
Vibration Concern
Diagnosis
Vehicle (Perform a
Road Test)
L1W2
L1W2
Vibration Concern
Diagnosis
CMT
L1W3
Vibration Concern
Diagnosis
Vehicle (Perform a
Road Test)
L1W4 Part 1
Pulley Ratio and
Frequency
Calculations
7 8
7 8
7 8
7 8
L1W4 Part 2
Tire Speed
Calculation
3/9
Bench and Desk
L2W1
Noise Concern
Diagnosis
7 8
Vehicle Chassis
Ears
3/10
L2W2
Vibration Concern
Diagnosis
Computer Station
L2W3
Vibration Concern
Diagnosis
Vehicle
7 8
L2W4
Excessive Road
Force Diagnosis
BENCH and
Computer
3/11
Midterm Final
Exam
Study the Pre Test,
labs and appendix
of your Student
Guide.
Midterm Written
Final Exam (30)
Points
7 8
Hands On Exam:
Diagnose a
Vibration felt at
Idle or in Park with
the engine on.
3/14
Student Projects
Due
Performance
Testing
Performance
Testing
Student Projects
Due
3/15
Performance
Testing
Performance
Testing
3/16
Performance
Testing
Performance
Testing
3/17
Performance
Testing
Performance
Testing
3/18
Shop Cleaning
3/21 M
Shop Cleaning (15)
Points
End of Session
Spring 2015 Academic Calendar
Registration
November 17 - January 23
Payment Deadline for Registration Fees
January 15
Holiday (Martin Luther King Day)
January 19*
Professional Development - Organizational Meetings
January 20 - 23
Regular Day & Evening Classes Begin
January 26
Program Adjustment
January 26 - February 6
Census Day (Semester length Classes)
February 9
Holiday (Lincoln's Birthday Observed)
February 13 & 14*(Friday & Saturday)
Holiday (Washington's Birthday Observed)
February 16*
Last Day to Apply for P/NP Semester Length Classes
February 27
Last Day to Apply for Spring 2015 Degree/Certificate
March 20
End of First 8-Week Session
March 21
Spring Recess
March 23, 24, 25, & 26
Spring Holiday
March 27 & 28*(Friday & Saturday)
Second 8 - Week Session Begins
March 30
Last Day to Drop Semester Length Classes
April 24
End of Second 8-Week Session
May 23
Holiday (Memorial Day)
May 25*
Final Examinations
May 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, & June 1
Close of Spring Semester
June 1
Instructor Grade Deadline
June 4
Grossmont Commencement
June 3 (Wednesday)
Cuyamaca Commencement
June 4 (Thursday)
Extra Credit Project:
Extra credit will be provided with pre approval from the instructor. The credit will be added to the
student grade category of homework and quizzes. The extra credit assignment involves recording a
repair process using a camera and video and showing the repair from start to finish with verbal
instructions, and posting the repair on our private Cuyamaca College Ford ASSET Facebook account. I
will then post the extra credit project on Blackboard. This assignment is worth 30 extra points.